... railroad products, services, and technologies. Today, Progress Rail delivers a comprehensive ... Engineering. It is a focal point among all departments to effectively communicate and help meet ...

60 Progress Rail Service Engineer Jobs Hiring Near You
... railroad products, services, and technologies. Today, Progress Rail delivers a comprehensive ... Engineering. It is a focal point among all departments to effectively communicate and help meet ...
... engineering, quality and other key stakeholders. This role is ideal for someone passionate about ... service outcomes. Company Description Progress Rail stands at the intersection of legacy and ...
... engineering, quality and other key stakeholders. This role is ideal for someone passionate about ... service outcomes. Company Description Progress Rail stands at the intersection of legacy and ...
Cybersecurity Analyst
Albertville, AL · On-site
$88K - $160K/yr
... railroad products, services, and technologies. Today, Progress Rail delivers a comprehensive ... operations, engineering, IT, and EHS teams to securely integrate OT systems with enterprise IT ...
Cybersecurity Analyst
Albertville, AL · On-site
$88K - $160K/yr
... railroad products, services, and technologies. Today, Progress Rail delivers a comprehensive ... operations, engineering, IT, and EHS teams to securely integrate OT systems with enterprise IT ...
... railroad products, services, and technologies. Today, Progress Rail delivers a comprehensive ... Engineering. It is a focal point among all departments to effectively communicate and help meet ...
... railroad products, services, and technologies. Today, Progress Rail delivers a comprehensive ... Engineering. It is a focal point among all departments to effectively communicate and help meet ...
Power Products and Engine Commercial Manager
La Grange, IL · On-site
$88K - $160K/yr
... services, and technologies. Today, Progress Rail delivers a comprehensive portfolio of cost ... Engineering to insure integrated execution of Power Products business plan. • Mentor high ...
Power Products and Engine Commercial Manager
La Grange, IL · On-site
$88K - $160K/yr
... services, and technologies. Today, Progress Rail delivers a comprehensive portfolio of cost ... Engineering to insure integrated execution of Power Products business plan. • Mentor high ...
Quality Assurance Inspector II
Muncie, IN · On-site
... railroad products, services, and technologies. Today, Progress Rail delivers a comprehensive ... engineering drawing; • Specific knowledge in core manufacturing process areas (welding ...
Quality Assurance Inspector II
Muncie, IN · On-site
... railroad products, services, and technologies. Today, Progress Rail delivers a comprehensive ... engineering drawing; • Specific knowledge in core manufacturing process areas (welding ...
... railroad products, services, and technologies. Today, Progress Rail delivers a comprehensive ... engineering drawing; • Specific knowledge in core manufacturing process areas (welding ...
... railroad products, services, and technologies. Today, Progress Rail delivers a comprehensive ... engineering drawing; • Specific knowledge in core manufacturing process areas (welding ...
Quality Assurance Manager
Muncie, IN · On-site
... railroad products, services, and technologies. Today, Progress Rail delivers a comprehensive ... Key Job Elements Duties and responsibilities • Responsible for managing Quality engineers ...
Quality Assurance Manager
Muncie, IN · On-site
... railroad products, services, and technologies. Today, Progress Rail delivers a comprehensive ... Key Job Elements Duties and responsibilities • Responsible for managing Quality engineers ...
Category Buyer I
La Grange, IL · On-site
$65K - $119K/yr
... railroad products, services, and technologies. Today, Progress Rail delivers a comprehensive ... Preferred: • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Engineering focus; • Prior Purchasing ...
Category Buyer I
La Grange, IL · On-site
$65K - $119K/yr
... railroad products, services, and technologies. Today, Progress Rail delivers a comprehensive ... Preferred: • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Engineering focus; • Prior Purchasing ...
Machine Operator
Cleveland, OH · On-site
$200 - $500/day
Since its founding in 1983, the company has grown to become one of the world's largest and most trusted providers of railroad products, services, and technologies. Today, Progress Rail delivers a ...
Machine Operator
Cleveland, OH · On-site
$200 - $500/day
Since its founding in 1983, the company has grown to become one of the world's largest and most trusted providers of railroad products, services, and technologies. Today, Progress Rail delivers a ...
Press Operator
Atchison, KS · On-site
$15.25 - $20/hr
Since its founding in 1983, the company has grown to become one of the world's largest and most trusted providers of railroad products, services, and technologies. Today, Progress Rail delivers a ...
Press Operator
Atchison, KS · On-site
$15.25 - $20/hr
Since its founding in 1983, the company has grown to become one of the world's largest and most trusted providers of railroad products, services, and technologies. Today, Progress Rail delivers a ...
Locomotive Strategy Manager
La Grange, IL · On-site
$113K - $220K/yr
... railroad products, services, and technologies. Today, Progress Rail delivers a comprehensive ... Education / Training Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Engineering, Supply Chain ...
Locomotive Strategy Manager
La Grange, IL · On-site
$113K - $220K/yr
... railroad products, services, and technologies. Today, Progress Rail delivers a comprehensive ... Education / Training Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Engineering, Supply Chain ...
1st & 2nd Shift Production Mechanic
Muncie, IN · On-site
$24 - $29.50/hr
Since its founding in 1983, the company has grown to become one of the world's largest and most trusted providers of railroad products, services, and technologies. Today, Progress Rail delivers a ...
1st & 2nd Shift Production Mechanic
Muncie, IN · On-site
$24 - $29.50/hr
Since its founding in 1983, the company has grown to become one of the world's largest and most trusted providers of railroad products, services, and technologies. Today, Progress Rail delivers a ...
CNC Operator Weekends
Sherman, TX · On-site
$18.25 - $25/hr
Since its founding in 1983, the company has grown to become one of the world's largest and most trusted providers of railroad products, services, and technologies. Today, Progress Rail delivers a ...
CNC Operator Weekends
Sherman, TX · On-site
$18.25 - $25/hr
Since its founding in 1983, the company has grown to become one of the world's largest and most trusted providers of railroad products, services, and technologies. Today, Progress Rail delivers a ...
... railroad products, services, and technologies. Today, Progress Rail delivers a comprehensive ... Engineering. It is a focal point among all departments to effectively communicate and help meet ...
... railroad products, services, and technologies. Today, Progress Rail delivers a comprehensive ... Engineering. It is a focal point among all departments to effectively communicate and help meet ...
Production Manager - 3rd Shift
Muncie, IN · On-site
Job Purpose Manages the structure and method of OEM engineering, manufacturing of locomotive ... railroad products, services, and technologies. Today, Progress Rail delivers a comprehensive ...
Production Manager - 3rd Shift
Muncie, IN · On-site
Job Purpose Manages the structure and method of OEM engineering, manufacturing of locomotive ... railroad products, services, and technologies. Today, Progress Rail delivers a comprehensive ...
Spike Press Operator
Atchison, KS · On-site
$15.25 - $20/hr
Since its founding in 1983, the company has grown to become one of the world's largest and most trusted providers of railroad products, services, and technologies. Today, Progress Rail delivers a ...
Spike Press Operator
Atchison, KS · On-site
$15.25 - $20/hr
Since its founding in 1983, the company has grown to become one of the world's largest and most trusted providers of railroad products, services, and technologies. Today, Progress Rail delivers a ...
Materials Manager
Sidney, NE · On-site
... railroad products, services, and technologies. Today, Progress Rail delivers a comprehensive ... Engineering on packaging, pulling prints and on resource projects; • Serves as backup for ...
Materials Manager
Sidney, NE · On-site
... railroad products, services, and technologies. Today, Progress Rail delivers a comprehensive ... Engineering on packaging, pulling prints and on resource projects; • Serves as backup for ...
Maintenance Mechanic
Sherman, TX · On-site
$22.25 - $28.50/hr
... Programmable Logic Controls & CNC controls; • Mechanical maintenance of Programmable Logic ... railroad products, services, and technologies. Today, Progress Rail delivers a comprehensive ...
Maintenance Mechanic
Sherman, TX · On-site
$22.25 - $28.50/hr
... Programmable Logic Controls & CNC controls; • Mechanical maintenance of Programmable Logic ... railroad products, services, and technologies. Today, Progress Rail delivers a comprehensive ...
Purchasing Category Manager
La Grange, IL · On-site
$113K - $220K/yr
... railroad products, services, and technologies. Today, Progress Rail delivers a comprehensive ... Education / Training • Bachelor's degree in Engineering preferred or a bachelor's degree in ...
Purchasing Category Manager
La Grange, IL · On-site
$113K - $220K/yr
... railroad products, services, and technologies. Today, Progress Rail delivers a comprehensive ... Education / Training • Bachelor's degree in Engineering preferred or a bachelor's degree in ...
Progress Rail Jobs Information
What is it like to work at Progress Rail?
Do workers at Progress Rail get paid breaks?
35% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.
Based on data from 40 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and April 2026.
Does Progress Rail pay people when they’re sick?
73% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 37 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and April 2026.
At Progress Rail, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?
73% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 30 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and April 2026.
Is the health insurance from Progress Rail affordable enough for their workers?
89% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 38 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and April 2026.
Do people get paid time off at Progress Rail?
97% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 33 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and April 2026.
How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?
- 94% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
- 0% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
- 0% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
- 6% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.
Based on data from 17 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and November 2025.
Do workers at Progress Rail worry about hours?
83% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 40 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and November 2025.
Do Progress Rail workers get to choose the shifts they work?
59% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 41 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and November 2025.
How easy is it for Progress Rail workers to change shifts?
73% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 15 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and November 2025.
How easy is it to get time off at Progress Rail?
82% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 39 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and April 2026.
Do Progress Rail managers change schedules at the last minute?
33% of people say their manager changes their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 39 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and November 2025.
Do jobs at Progress Rail spill into time workers aren’t paid for?
9% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 35 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and November 2025.
How easy is it to take sick days at Progress Rail?
67% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 36 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and April 2026.
Is working at Progress Rail good if you’re a parent or caregiver?
54% of people who care for a child or other relative report this isn’t a good place to work.
Based on data from 28 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.
Do people at Progress Rail feel treated with respect by their managers?
37% of people say they’re not treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 35 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and April 2026.
Do people at Progress Rail get to take their breaks without interruption?
71% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 41 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and April 2026.
Is it stressful to work at Progress Rail?
73% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 41 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and April 2026.
Do people at Progress Rail enjoy their jobs?
77% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 35 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and April 2026.
Do people at Progress Rail recommend working with their team?
44% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 41 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and April 2026.
Do people get enough training when they start at Progress Rail?
62% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 39 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and April 2026.
Do people get support to advance at Progress Rail?
In the last year, 50% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 36 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and April 2026.
Do people think Progress Rail’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?
81% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 36 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and April 2026.
Do workers feel well informed about how Progress Rail is doing?
66% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 35 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and April 2026.

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7.0
Based on 64 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
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Job description
The Material Planner-Scheduler determines the quantity and order date for materials needed to meet the master production schedule and initiates the production process.
Company Description
Progress Rail stands at the intersection of legacy and innovation-driving the future of rail with a pioneering spirit. Since its founding in 1983, the company has grown to become one of the world's largest and most trusted providers of railroad products, services, and technologies. Today, Progress Rail delivers a comprehensive portfolio of cost-effective solutions to railway customers around the globe. From the rails themselves to the EMD® locomotives that ride them, the company's products are in operation across more than 100 countries-powering progress and connecting communities. In 2006, Progress Rail joined Caterpillar Inc., further strengthening its ability to lead the rail industry with cutting-edge technology, unmatched expertise, and a commitment to excellence. At Progress Rail, the team is not just building the future of rail-they are making history every day.
Key Job Elements
This position functions as a liaison between Manufacturing, Warehouse, Quality, Planning and Engineering. It is a focal point among all departments to effectively communicate and help meet project requirements.
Qualifications and Experience
• Minimum of 3 years Production Planning, Warehouse or Scheduling experience in a high volume manufacturing environment;
• Minimum 3 years of experience utilizing SAP, ERP/MRP in the production, planning or inventory control role;
• Good Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook skills;
• Effective written and verbal communication skills;
• Effective analytical ability;
• Proficiency with computer technology applications that support the materials planning process;
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines;
• Demonstrates initiative and the ability to work effectively within time constraints in an face-paced environment;
• Demonstrated ability to achieve objectives by working in and with cross-functional and multi-cultural teams;
• Strong analytical and reasoning abilities; good interpersonal skills; high energy;
• Ability to sit, stand, walk at will, communicate via telephone, radio and use the computer for various amounts of time through the day;
• LEAN Manufacturing experience preferred;
• Attendance is a mandatory function of this position.
Benefits
Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance, and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Progress Rail.**
- Competitive Salary
- 401(k) plan with up to 6% company match (no waiting period with immediate vesting)
- Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability Insurance
- Supplemental Accident, Critical Care, and Hospital Insurance available along with an HDHP and HSA with seed money
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Time-Off (PTO)
- Employee Assistance Plan
- Education Assistance Program
- Employee Recognition Programs
- Site specific Production and Incentive Plans
- Site specific Step and Skill Level Wage Adjustment Plans
- Site Specific Relocation and Sign-on Bonus Programs
*Benefits eligibility varies by job position, full-time/part-time and regular/temporary status. The provisions of the plan documents control such benefits.
**Subject to position, eligibility, and plan guidelines.
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Our team works hard to create lifelong customer relationships, supplying comprehensive rolling stock and infrastructure solutions for the global rail industry and setting the standard for excellence. We care about fostering the sustainable movement of goods and people for generations to come, and we know our customers care, too. Our strategic footprint ensures responsive, quality customer support all day, every day. We are one of the largest integrated diversified providers of rolling stock and infrastructure solutions and technologies for the global rail industry. The company provides advanced EMD® locomotives, engines, and technologies, railcars, trackwork, fasteners, signaling, rail welding and Kershaw® Maintenance-of-Way equipment, along with dedicated locomotive and freight car repair services, aftermarket parts support and recycling operations. Progress Rail’s deep industry expertise ensures a commitment to quality through innovative solutions.
Industry
Consumer goods and commercial equipment rental services
Company size
5,001 - 10,000 Employees
Headquarters location
Albertville, AL, US
Year founded
1983